Creative performer and artist Grey Satana recently released the latest in a string of boldly original indie hits. We caught an interview with the musician and songwriter behind the music, to find out more about the process for Ms. Satana, the journey to this point, and what the future may hopefully entail. Here’s how it … Continued
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Currently suffering from long-term autoimmune lung disease, Kristi’s courage and drive as a creative is incredible, and the tone and emotional depth of this release, the skill and celebration at its core, all resounds in a way that appears to completely deny any kind of health struggle at the helm.
Heavy bass, fast bars, a sharp flow and wordplay that’s equally smart – Kofi Santana brings through a fresh trap anthem with masses of character and a clean tone, for Pissed Me Off(TxnaTalk2).
Retro-electronic sound-play follows colourful keys that rise and fall, as we’re welcomed by the implied security of a hopeful production. Love the Magician focuses on unity and possibility, by way of scornful and robotic lyrical outpourings, which openly reflect upon the clear gaps and obstacles in societal connection.
Armed with a brand new single and a full-length album in the making, genre-fusing duo Royal She kindly stopped by to talk about the roots of their sound, their journey so far, and their plans creatively for the year ahead. Here’s the conversation in full.
As Love Forever rains into view, we’re instantly reminded of the hypnotic multi-coloured chaos of Isaiah’s unique production, and the distant and equally recognisable tone of that leading voice.
Old school hip hop production with hazy fuzz compression and classic vocal fragments backs up the latest sharp and smart freestyle from Kun The Highbinder.
Need Love is modestly crafted but genuine, both in taking stylistic influence from eras past, and in representing the true value of love and unity in a time when division and difficulty seem to provide the background to much of daily life.
Artistically intertwining a fearless degree of passionate conviction to the cause, with songwriting that poetically reflects upon a place and setting to really take you somewhere new. Shepherd Bridge whole-heartedly commits to the moment, with the theatrical rise and fall of the acoustic alt-folk gem Armor.
Fiercely beautiful, cinematic and empowering modern metal, with a clear sense of emotional purpose – Amerakin Overdose crack the code with this release, immersing listeners in the rightful depth and detail of The Gray.
Aptly we roll towards a huge crescendo of a chorus – more poetry, more personal longing, an explosion of weight and power but with a satisfying melodic resolve; and a defiant level of motivational drive at its core.
RnB singer and songwriter Darrell Kelley brings together the evocative depth of purposeful production, and the distinct and soulful essentials of vocal and lyrical freedom, with his uniquely engaging, unmistakable new single Drones.